Severe Tropical Storm Cempaka has officially strengthened into a typhoon, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). As of 2 p.m. on November 8, 2026, the storm was located approximately 1,600 kilometers east of extreme northern Luzon.
Typhoon Characteristics and Movement
Cempaka is currently moving west-northwest at a speed of 20 kilometers per hour (km/h) and boasts maximum sustained winds of 120 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 150 km/h.
The typhoon will enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Monday morning and will be designated as 'Samuel.'
Grace Castañeda-Carpio, Weather Specialist
Castañeda-Carpio also noted that the typhoon is expected to exit the PAR between Monday and Tuesday.
Potential Weather Impacts
Residents in the affected areas should remain vigilant as Cempaka approaches, with local authorities monitoring its progress closely.